1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 282 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Astro | S60 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |
